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I was thinking of the best presents I could send to my family in another country.  Every year I make it a point to send them packages and other stuff that I know is cheaper here than anywhere else.  The last package I sent them included canned goods, small electronic appliances, clothes, and such.  It really doesn’t matter whether they were expensive or not, what matters is the thought.

However, I was given a big promotion at the company I have been working at for ten years, and to share my blessing, I decided to get my family special presents.   And I was in luck, when I went to the mall, the mall was having a big sale on a variety of products, and I was able to buy Adidas shoes for my nephews and nieces and a 50% discount,  and also I got my sisters a pair of Christian Louboutin shoes that were also on a 50% discount.   For my dad, I ordered him a great Breitling replica watch from the internet. The site where I got the replica watch is known to make quality replicas, that looked better than the original.  I still had to fill up the box before sending it, but I am sure they will like these gifts when they get it.

In the past, knowledge of products was passed on, only by word of mouth. Then came the printed word and written advertising. This increased the range of product awareness by mail or the newpaper. The telephone signaled the opening of the mail order with payment given via mailed check or bank credit. In the advent of radio and television, coverage and speed of product information delivery was greatly enhanced. Still, range is determined by the broadcast range. With the internet, people anywhere in the world has access to product information and can now make informed purchases, specially with the maturity of the credit card.

Now, products like NFL jerseys and Lacoste polo shirts can be globally advertised at a minimum cost. The features of products can now be fully explained in write ups linked to the displayed product. Celebrity purchases of products, like Ed Hardy apparel, can now be used as a marketing aid, all without the addtional cost of other media advertising.

Internet shopping is easy.  One can simply use a search engine and type what one wishes to find, and then see what pop ups.  If there are more items than one is willing to browse through, then one can simplify one’s search. It is safe, convenient and easy.   The downside is not actually feeling the fabric or the item and checking out the fit and the suitability immediately

On the other hand, shopping physically is hard on the feet, takes a lot of time, and is definitely more tiring.  In these days of carbon footprints of cars, it is definitely bad for the environment as well.  All the downside of online shopping is an advantage.  This is why internet shopping has promised many options, free returns, and global shipping.

But it is easier to find new things, new tags, and new makers online.  It is also easier to find different styles.  True Religion jeans are one the internet finds on denim jeans.  UGG boots is another good find for fur boots, and well even Louis Vuitton copies have been found online.  Online shopping is great!